Special Education M.Ed.

The Master of Education in Special Education General Curriculum is structured for teachers who already hold a level four teaching certificate from the State of Georgia. Graduate students of this degree program will be focused on school improvement plans and methods for children and youth (grades P-12). Teachers will examine their own school’s needs, create a plan for improvement and share their outcomes with local, regional, state and national associations. Courses are offered in a completely online format. 

Admission 

  • Graduate admissions application form
  • Two professional recommendations
  • Official copies of all transcripts
  • GPA requirement is a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 from a regionally accredited university 
  • Georgia T4 certification or evidence of qualification for one (or a minimum of an induction certificate)
  • Resume

DEGREE REQUIREMENTS

Contact

Special Education M.Ed.

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Stephen Wills

Dr. Stephen Wills

Program Co-Coordinator
Room 228A
478-445-4481
Education

PhD, University of Alabama; MEd, Georgia College & State University; BS, Auburn University

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Dr. Kim Muschaweck

Program Co-Coordinator
Room 228I
478-445-5404
Education

PhD, Texas A&M University; MA, University of St. Thomas; BA, Salem College

Research

Instructional coaching methods that positively impact the implementation of research based instructional practices; Call to vocation’s impact on teacher retention; Teacher knowledge and beliefs about pedagogical principles and the impact on the provision of differentiated instruction.

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Ms. Shanda Brand

Director of Graduate Programs
217A Kilpatrick Hall
478-445-1383